The People of Penn State
Welcome to the People of Penn State Podcast — the podcast from the Penn State Alumni Association that brings you the incredible stories of Nittany Lions making their mark on the world!
Each episode, a rotating cast of hosts sit down with Penn State alumni who are changing the game in business, science, sports, the arts, and beyond. You never know who you'll hear from next — but you do know it'll be a conversation worth tuning in for!
The People of Penn State
The Football Letter Podcast Special: College Football Writer Matt Fortuna and Letterman Johnathan Thomas
Week 9 of the college football season is here and so is a new episode of The Football Letter Podcast!
This week, we first talked with Matt Fortuna, Founder of The Inside Zone, college football’s newest online community. Matt has previously covered college football for ESPN and The Athletic. In 2019 at the age of 30, Matt served as the president of the Football Writers Association of America, becoming the youngest president in the FWAA’s 80-year history.
During our conversation with Matt (0:51), we covered topics such as:
- His time working for The Daily Collegian.
- Manny Diaz's Penn State defense.
- Big Ten realignment.
- The changing landscape of college football.
- The best games he's covered.
- Getting back to Happy Valley with his family.
Visit The Inside Zone's website and follow Matt on X.
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We were then joined by letterman running back and kick returner, Johnathan Thomas.
Johnathan discussed (19:17):
- What his recruiting process with former head coach Bill O'Brien and Penn State was like.
- How he stayed patient and prepared as a redshirt player.
- His impact as a kick returner.
- Being recognized by teammates and coaches at a team awards banquet.
- What he's up to professionally, working with Quest Healthcare Solutions In Atlanta.
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